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Welcome to the 2026 AOA Annual Leadership Meeting – the premier leadership event for orthopaedic surgeons.
This is your opportunity to recharge your leadership skills, engage with influential thought leaders, and expand your professional network. Whether you’re in residency or well into your career, our outstanding educational program is designed to strengthen leadership abilities across both clinical and academic practices. All programming is guided by the AOA’s Leadership Principles: Include, Envision, Balance, Orchestrate, and Grow.
Gain valuable insights from top experts in the field as they address today’s most pressing challenges and critical issues. In a relaxed and intimate setting, you’ll build meaningful connections and learn how your peers are leading innovation and fostering team alignment for success.
Non-member Orthopaedic Leaders, Residents, Fellowship Directors, Department Business Managers, and fellows are highly encouraged to attend and take advantage of the dynamic lineup of symposia, networking opportunities, and educational sessions designed for surgeons at all levels.
The leadership strategies and skills you’ll take away from our Annual Meeting will empower you to inspire and motivate your team to achieve even greater outcomes.
Advance your leadership journey – register now for the 2026 AOA Annual Leadership Meeting, CORD Conference, and affiliated Forums.
Location & Hotel
Albuquerque Convention Center
Join us for this year's Annual Leadership Meeting in Albuquerque, New Mexico! The Clyde Hotel and Albuquerque Convention Center are located in the heart of downtown- Albuquerque's booming innovation district. Come for the meeting, and stay to experience the soul of Albuquerque on the 100th Anniversary of historic Route 66. You'll find historic charm, vibrant culture, local flavors, neon lights and more on this unique stretch of road just a few steps from the hotel's front door.
2026 AOA Annual Meeting Programming Leadership
Kyle Jeray, MD, FAOA
AOA President
Steven Kates, MD, FAOA
AOA President-Elect
Rex C. Haydon, MD, PhD, FAOA
AOA 2nd President Elect
Anna N. Miller, MD, FAOA
Annual Meeting Program Chair
Joshua C. Patt, MD, MPH, FAOA
Critical Issues/Educational Programing Commitee Chair
S. Trent Guthrie, MD, FAOA
Council of Orthopaedic Residency Directors/Academics Committee Chair
Brian Scannell, MD, FAOA
RLF Program Chair
Toni McLaurin, MD, FAOA
ELF Program Chair
J Milo Sewards, MD, FAOA
CORD Conference Program Chair
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